What does human diversity refer to?
The range of human differences, including unique biological and cultural variations within the human population.
What are social determinants of health?
A broad range of personal, social, economic, and environmental factors that vary from person to person and contribute to health.
What are common elements of dignity?
- Feeling valued and important
- Having self-worth
- Being in a state of physical, emotional, social, and spiritual comfort
How is dignity shaped?
By various internal and external factors stemming from who we are and the context around us.
What is the aim of a palliative approach to care?
To promote dignity and enhance quality of life for the individual.
What are the interconnected domains that make up a whole person?
- Physical
- Psychological
- Social
- Spiritual
What factors are included in the Physical Domain?
- Biological makeup
- Diagnosis (pathophysiology)
- Treatments
- Physical symptoms
- Family history
- ADLs (bathing, eating, dressing, toileting, transferring)
- Health promoting behaviours (diet, exercise, sleep)
What factors are included in the Psychological Domain?
- Cognitive function
- Personality (distinctive qualities)
- Demeanor (outward expression of personality)
- Perceptions of the disease
- Motivation
- Coping
- Emotions
What factors are included in the Social Domain?
- Cultural background
- Relationships
- Connection to others
- Engagement with others
- Caregiving
- Living accommodations
- Leisure activities
- IADLs (household chores, laundry, finances)
- Employment
What factors are included in the Spiritual Domain?
- Beliefs and values (may or may not be linked to a religion)
- Sources of hope
- Purpose in life
- Meaning in life
- Connection to higher being
- Connection to nature
True or False: Dignity is the same for everyone.
False
Fill in the blank: The aim of a palliative approach to care is to promote _______ and enhance quality of life.
[dignity]
